2004 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
