1996 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 22 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |