1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
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. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 801 F1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
