2007 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |