1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 330 | Velox |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |