2007 BMW 120 vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
