2006 BMW 120 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |
