1988 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 550 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |