2006 BMW 523 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7255 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
