1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 51 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 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 1065 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | 612 Scaglietti |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5700 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 588 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4902 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1956 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1344 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2949 mm |