2006 BMW 650 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 47 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |