1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 12 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Monte Carlo | 330GT |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |