1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1952 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1966 BMW 1600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,561 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212.
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:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1952 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 159 L |
