2004 BMW 545 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
