1991 BMW M12 vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 18 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), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M12 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
