2009 BMW 125 vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 119 L |
