1984 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1984 BMW 318 is newer by 24 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 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 318 weights approximately 440 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:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 159 L |
