1971 BMW 3 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 75 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
