2007 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
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 | 215 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |