2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 75 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.
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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 105 L |