1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 328 GTS | 325 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |