2001 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 37 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
