2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 195 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.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
