1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 90 L |