2004 BMW 545 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2004 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 545 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |