2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 612 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 612 | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 51 L |