1988 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 29 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |