1991 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 152 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 95 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 348 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |