2009 BMW 120 vs. 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,100 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
