2006 BMW 525 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
