2009 BMW 135 vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa has manual transmission. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | BMW | Pininfarina |
| Model | 135 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
