1993 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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 | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
