2009 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 165 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
