1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 312 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 312 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
