1966 Ferrari 312 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 312 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 312 | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 312 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
