1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
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 | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | F1 88 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
