2001 BMW M vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 575 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 140 L |