1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 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 70 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Because 1968 Ferrari 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 166 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
