1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 192 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
