1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
