1983 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
