2004 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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 275 (294 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 275 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1475 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |
