1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1956 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 255 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1956 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 159 L |
