2009 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 186 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 386 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
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 | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |