2009 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
