1998 BMW 729 vs. 1953 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 1953 Ferrari 375 America | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 729 | 375 America |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
