1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 42 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 338 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | M |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |