2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 10 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 283 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Rossa | 123 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 51 L |