2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 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 | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
