2002 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
