1957 BMW 502 vs. 1955 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1955 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
