2009 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |