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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 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 195 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). 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 | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
