1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 14 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 58 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
