1971 BMW 3 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |