1992 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | F399 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 970 mm |
