1999 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | Mythos |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |