2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 515 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
