2004 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
