1971 BMW 3 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 460 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
