1963 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1965 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 GT | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
