1996 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |