2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Alpina | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Alpina | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 133 L |