2000 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 275 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |
