1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva

To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 27 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 239 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Ferrari 330 1990 Ford Festiva
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 330 Festiva
Year Released 1963 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2300 mm


 

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