2009 BMW 650 vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 245 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (488 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 650 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 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 | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
