1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
