2008 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 BMW M6. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | 612 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |