1982 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 325 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2636 mm |
