1976 BMW 633 vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1976 BMW 633 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 633 | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
