2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 BMW 645
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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 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 207 more horse power than 2005 BMW 645. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 645. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645. 2005 BMW 645 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 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | 645 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
