2009 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 430 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 650 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
