1983 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 6 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 289 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
