1994 BMW 520 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |