2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |
