1998 BMW 323 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 GTO (294 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
