2009 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 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 167 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 253 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |