1995 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 599 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |