1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 250 GTE | 120 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 51 L |