2005 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica

To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.

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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 330 400 Superamerica
Year Released 2005 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 336 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 119 L


 

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