1971 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 219 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 305 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 | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
