1972 BMW 3 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 141 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
