2005 BMW 748 vs. 1954 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 255 S. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 1954 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 748 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
