1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 55 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 128 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 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 250 GT | 128 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4374 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 |