2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | 456 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |