2007 BMW 118 vs. 1952 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1952 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 118 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 159 L |
