2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | F550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
