2009 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
