2009 BMW 750 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 750 250 GT
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 58.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1277 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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