1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 378 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | 400 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |