2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 BMW 135. 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 599 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 599 | 135 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |