1990 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
