1998 BMW 323 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
