1998 BMW V12 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW V12 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | V12 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 570 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 909 Nm | 205 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 684 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2260 mm |