1995 BMW S3 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 29 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, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | S3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
