1956 BMW Isetta vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 557 more horse power than 1956 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1956 BMW Isetta. 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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1956 BMW Isetta | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Isetta | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 570 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2649 mm |