1959 BMW 507 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 507 | 360 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |