1986 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 10 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 390 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |
