1996 BMW 735 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1958 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 735 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |