2003 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |