1999 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
