2006 BMW 650 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |