1993 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 34 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 10 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 316 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |