2009 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | Pinin |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |