2006 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | F399 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
