1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 40 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1305 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 330 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
