1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 BMW 120

To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 330 2011 BMW 120
Make Ferrari BMW
Model 330 120
Year Released 1967 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 200 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 246 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1433 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 53 L


 

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