1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Porsche 904 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
