1959 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 36 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 885 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | F55 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 110 L |
