2012 Ferrari FF vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ferrari FF | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | FF | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 683 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1411 mm |
