1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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 64 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 330 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |