1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 BB | 325 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |