1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 M | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4395 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
