1991 BMW M12 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M12 | 550 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |