2008 BMW 530 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
