2002 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW M3. (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1645 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
