1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 21 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 452 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
