1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 BMW 330

To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.

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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 2010 BMW 330
Make Ferrari BMW
Model 250 GT 330
Year Released 1958 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 84 mm
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 Length 4400 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 57 L


 

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