1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 27 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 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 157 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 330 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
