1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Z3. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
