1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 44 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
