1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1971 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1971 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | 650 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
