1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ferrari 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
