2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 1962 BMW Isetta
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 557 more horse power than 1962 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1962 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 1962 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 458 Italia | Isetta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 1510 mm |
