1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F40 | 330 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |