2003 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
