1950 BMW 340 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
