1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1974 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 19 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |
