1989 BMW 518 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1989 BMW 518 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 518 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
