1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 TR | X6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2933 mm |
