1983 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
