2010 Ferrari California vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 Ferrari California and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ferrari California | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | California | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |