1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 GTO | 335 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 61 L |
