1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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.
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1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 650 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |