1971 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 29 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 310 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | 550 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |