1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 TR | 325 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
