1973 BMW 3 vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | Pinin |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |