2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 330GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
