1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | 599 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 105 L |