1954 BMW 340 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340.
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:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |
