1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 29 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 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
