1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 330 | 328 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |