2007 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |