1979 BMW 633 vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2003 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 633 | Enzo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 651 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 658 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |