1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 306 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 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 55 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
