2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 222 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 612. 2011 BMW 535 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 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
