1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Sprite | 330 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |