1999 BMW 540 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
