1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 562 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
