1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 325 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 271 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 63 L |