2009 BMW 523 vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 523 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 133 L |