2009 BMW 523 vs. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
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 523 | 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | 553 F2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
