1996 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 612 Scaglietti |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4902 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1956 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1344 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2949 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 110 L |