2008 BMW 730 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 942 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 730 (300 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
