1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 44 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1194 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | NV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
