2006 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
