1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. 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.
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1954 Ferrari 375 America | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 375 America | 650 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4523 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |