2009 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 118 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 105 L |
