1992 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
