1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1980 Ford Capri
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 247 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 434 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1980 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 330GT | Capri |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |