1960 BMW 502 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 41 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
