1987 BMW 324 vs. 1948 Ferrari 166
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 166 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166.
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:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1948 Ferrari 166 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 324 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
