1996 BMW 332 vs. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. (271 HP @ 8400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. 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:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 332 | 801 F1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
