2006 BMW 116 vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 15 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 308 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 116 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
