1998 BMW 730 vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 730 | 330GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |