1993 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
