2006 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
