2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Rossa | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
