1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1979 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 330GT 1979 Toyota Celica
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 330GT Celica
Year Released 1965 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 2563 cc
Horse Power 300 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm


 

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