1957 BMW 501 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 BMW 501. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 501 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |