2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 599 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |