2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 X Coupe (397 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW X Coupe 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make BMW Ferrari
Model X Coupe 250 GT
Year Released 2001 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 397 Nm 260 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 201 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 100 L


 

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