2008 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1655 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
