1953 Ferrari 250 vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250.
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. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 250 has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 250 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 90 L |
