2001 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
