2008 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
