1959 BMW 502 vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 502 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
