1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 244 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 TR | 125 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
