1994 BMW M5 vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 330GT |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |