2006 BMW 650 vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 650.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | 512 TR |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |