1955 Ferrari 255 S vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 720 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. 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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1955 Ferrari 255 S | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 255 S | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2715 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 53 L |