1998 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
