2000 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 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 512 M (500 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
