2004 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
