1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
