2008 BMW M5 vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M5 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
