1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 BMW M1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 250 GT | M1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 116 L |