2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 612 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 318 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.4 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |
