2008 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
