1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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 530 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari D 50 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari D 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari D 50 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | D 50 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
