2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 150 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2002 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
