1973 BMW 3 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 21 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), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 185 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 310 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 | 1270 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
