2005 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
