1999 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
