1999 BMW 740 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 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 512 M (510 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 510 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 | 1945 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
