2001 BMW 320 vs. 1952 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 255 S.
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 320 | 1952 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |
