1956 BMW 507 vs. 1964 Ferrari 158
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 158 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 158 (208 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 158 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 158.
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:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1964 Ferrari 158 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 507 | 158 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 11000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
