1991 BMW M12 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M12 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
