1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 330GT | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |