2006 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | F399 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
