2004 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |
