2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. 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 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
