2008 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |