1986 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 348 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |