2006 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 40 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 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2006 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
