1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 GT | 135 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
