1959 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 312 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 700 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1978 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2570 mm |
