1993 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 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.
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1993 BMW 325 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |