1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275. 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 275 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 4307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 108 L |
