1998 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 36 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 95 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 140 L |
