2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 148 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |
