2008 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 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 | 1475 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |
