2009 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 520 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 512 M |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |