1978 BMW 725 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 725 | Rossa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |