1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 300 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z3 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 110 L |
