2004 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 535 | 612 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |