2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica

To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Ferrari Superamerica were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 325 2004 Ferrari Superamerica
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 325 Superamerica
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 5748 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 189 HP 541 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 240 km/hour 320 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2510 mm


 

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