2005 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 112 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
