1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 9 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
