1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1989 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 328 GTS | 525 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |