1956 BMW 507 vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 331 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 507 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |