2004 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 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.
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2004 BMW 525 | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |