1956 BMW 507 vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 206 is newer by 10 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, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 507 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
