1995 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2004 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
