2006 BMW M3 vs. 1952 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 212. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212. 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.
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| 2006 BMW M3 | 1952 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 212 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |
