1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 330 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
