2006 BMW 630 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 630 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
