1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2002 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
