1973 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |