2007 BMW M vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
