2001 BMW 735 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 735 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
