1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
