1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 Honda Insight

To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 45 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 198 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 330 2012 Honda Insight
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 330 Insight
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 167 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1433 kg 1246 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 40 L


 

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