1996 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 528 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
