1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 456M | 330 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |