2000 BMW 528 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 528 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
