2004 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 118 L |
