1977 BMW 732 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 18 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 495 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 732 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |