1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 39 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
