1958 BMW 502 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 89 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1958 BMW 502 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 340 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 | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
