2009 BMW 650 vs. 1998 BMW V12
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1998 BMW V12 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | V12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
