2006 BMW X3 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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2006 BMW X3 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X3 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 133 L |