2000 BMW 323 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
