1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT

To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 14 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 256 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.

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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Bitter Diplomat 1965 Ferrari 330GT
Make Bitter Ferrari
Model Diplomat 330GT
Year Released 1979 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 227 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 419 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2650 mm


 

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