1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 330GT | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |