2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
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 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 120 | 575 Superamerica |
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 | 169 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |