1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F512 M | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
