1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 166 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
