1992 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
