2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 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 382 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 599 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
