1954 BMW 502 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 502 | 400 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 422 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |