1957 BMW 600 vs. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS

To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 723 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.

Compare all specifications:

1957 BMW 600 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 600 328 GTS
Year Released 1957 1987
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 583 cc 3184 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
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 550 kg 1273 kg
Vehicle Length 2910 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 1710 mm 2360 mm


 

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