1990 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | F50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 84 L |