1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 2008 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 316 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 63 L |
