1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F50 | 325 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |