2005 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
