1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 M | 330 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1455 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |