1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 330 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
