1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 47 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 225 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 2013 Smart Fortwo 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. 2013 Smart Fortwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 330 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
