2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Convertible | 612 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
