2009 BMW 523 vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | 275 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 133 L |
