1957 BMW 502 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 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), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 96 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 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| 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 | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
