1980 BMW 725 vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 725 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
