1957 Ferrari 255 S vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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 Ferrari 255 S | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 255 S | 320 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 57 L |
