1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1958 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 250 GT | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |