2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 BMW Z4. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW Z4. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
