1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 165 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 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 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 GT | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
