1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 TR | M5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |