1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. 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. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1948 Ferrari 166 has manual transmission. 1948 Ferrari 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 166 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1490 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
