1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
