2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 550 | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |