2006 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 422 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |