2007 BMW 323 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 323 | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 323 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3286 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |