1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 30 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 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2320 mm |
