1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1968 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 535 (406 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 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 |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
