1961 BMW 502 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 502 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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:
| 1961 BMW 502 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
