2003 BMW 545 vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
