2003 BMW 530 vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
