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 138 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
