2005 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
