1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z3 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 335 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 | 1630 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
