1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z1 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |