2008 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 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 173 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 BMW 650. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 650 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 360 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
