1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | GTO | 730 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
