1972 BMW 3 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 37 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 391 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | 599 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |