2009 BMW 535 vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 BMW 535. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 535 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
