1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Testarossa | 330 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |