1992 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |