1959 BMW 700 vs. 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 500 Mondial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2260 mm |
