1981 BMW 725 vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 725 | 348 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |