1988 BMW 524 vs. 1952 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,561 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212.
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:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1952 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 524 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
