1985 BMW M6 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
