1998 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 330 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |