1953 Ferrari 250 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 59 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 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 515 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. 2012 BMW 520 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. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 250 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
