1981 BMW 525 vs. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 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:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 801 F1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
