2002 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 BMW 332. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 332 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
