2009 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
