2004 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 45 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 151 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 119 L |
