2009 BMW 125 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 45 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), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 647 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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2009 BMW 125 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. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
