1994 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M3.
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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 348 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |