1987 BMW 750 vs. 1948 Ferrari 166
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 750 | 1948 Ferrari 166 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1840 kg | 860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
