2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Maranello | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
