2004 BMW 320 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast

To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 39 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 222 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.

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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 320 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 320 500 Superfast
Year Released 2004 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 4963 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 396 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 68 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 222 km/hour 290 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 90 L


 

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