1960 BMW 502 vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
