2006 BMW 550 vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
