2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | F50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |