1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 TR | 325 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
