1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 250 GT | 320 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |