1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 21 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 57 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
