1999 BMW 540 vs. 1995 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (500 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1995 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
