1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 97 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
