2004 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1379 mm |
