2008 BMW 650 vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 650 | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
