2000 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 612 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |