1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 24 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 103 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | V6 | 330GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |