1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 GTO | X3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 67 L |
