2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | California |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |