1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 330 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
