2004 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
