2007 BMW 523 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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 523 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 270 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 | 1280 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |
