1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 250 GTO | X3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 67 L |