1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Noble |
Model | 330 | M12 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |