2004 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 38 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 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |