2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 3 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 132 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (480 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 599. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 599 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
