1953 BMW 501 vs. 1952 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1953 BMW 501 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,561 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 501 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212.
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:
1953 BMW 501 | 1952 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 501 | 212 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2561 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |