2008 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | F50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |