1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 46 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 25 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 330 | GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |