1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 LM | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
