1998 BMW 323 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 115 L |
