1992 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |