2006 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 105 L |
