1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 48 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 180 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 330 | 116 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |