1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 247 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2300 mm |
