1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 330 2008 Honda Civic
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 330 Civic
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 246 km/hour 182 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1433 kg 1182 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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