1956 Ferrari 255 S vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 255 S.
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 1956 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 255 S 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:
| 1956 Ferrari 255 S | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 255 S | 530 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 70 L |
