1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 19 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 125 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 330 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |