2004 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 95 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
