2001 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. (373 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. 2001 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | F1 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 771 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
