2008 BMW 525 vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
