1971 BMW 3 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | 348 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |