1996 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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 530 | 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
