1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
