1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 500 Superfast | 320 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
