1993 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.1 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 | 1460 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 120 L |
