1998 BMW 316 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 316 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |