1997 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 318 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |