2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |
