2009 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |