2007 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | F40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |