1973 BMW 3 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 100 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
