2004 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
