1995 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 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, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
