1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 Honda Insight

To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 48 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 198 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Honda Insight, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Ferrari 330 2011 Honda Insight
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 330 Insight
Year Released 1963 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1241 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 40 L


 

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