2006 BMW 323 vs. 1955 Ferrari D 50
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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:
2006 BMW 323 | 1955 Ferrari D 50 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 323 | D 50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2486 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |