1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 47 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330. 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
