1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 348 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
