2006 BMW 545 vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
