1957 BMW 502 vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | Pinin |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
