1990 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
