1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 46 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 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 372 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
