1998 BMW M vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 BMW M. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M | 599 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 105 L |
