2006 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | F50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 376 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
