1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1972 BMW 2002 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 2002 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2002 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 140 L |
