1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
