2009 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 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 | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |