2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 612 | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |