2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 57 L |
