1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 45 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 620 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| 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 | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
