1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 208 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
