2006 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
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 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (238 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
