1964 BMW 700 vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 985 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 BMW 700 | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 479 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 114 L |