1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 330 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 61 L |