1984 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 644 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 325 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 | 1090 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
