1959 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 53 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4500 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 539 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2649 mm |