2009 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
