1996 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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.
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1996 BMW M3 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |