1977 BMW 520 vs. 1953 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,713 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1953 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
