1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 500 Superfast | Z3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |