2009 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 80 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 277 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 | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |