2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 273 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1415 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
