2009 BMW M6 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
