1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 36 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 247 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
