1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 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 99 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
