1999 BMW LMR vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW LMR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW LMR would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari 612. (515 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | LMR | 612 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
