1996 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 540 | 612 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 589 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |