2009 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |