1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 BMW Isetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 820 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1959 BMW Isetta | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Isetta | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 280 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2610 mm |