1953 BMW 501 vs. 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 501 would be higher. At 4,100 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 501 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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 | 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 501 | 340 Spider |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 850 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |