2005 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
