2000 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2000 BMW M3. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
