1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR

To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.

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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 330 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
Make Ferrari McLaren
Model 330 F1 GTR
Year Released 1967 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3967 cc 6061 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 627 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 715 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1433 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2720 mm


 

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