2006 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
