1999 BMW 529 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 747 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 529 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
