1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 150 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
