2001 BMW 318 vs. 1950 Ferrari 195
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 195 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 195 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 195 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 195 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 195.
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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 1950 Ferrari 195 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 195 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 950 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |