1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1968 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
