2009 BMW 316 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 316 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 316 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |