1994 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 105 L |
