2009 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 255 S.
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 318 | 1955 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |
