1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 330GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 330GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | 330GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
