2009 BMW 120 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 40 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 310 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
