1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 330GT | Monaro |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |