1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Z3 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |