1999 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 612.
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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 750. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | 612 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 590 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |