1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 TR | 330 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |