1961 BMW 700 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 133 L |