1993 BMW 325 vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 340 Mexico |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
