1991 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | F40 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |