1959 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 614 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 945 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2751 mm |
