2000 BMW 323 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 50 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
