1971 BMW 3 vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 37 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 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3586 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
