2001 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 108 L |
