2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
