2003 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |