1995 BMW S3 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | S3 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
