1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 330 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 330 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |