2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
