1983 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 725 | California |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
