2006 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |