1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 M | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2926 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
