1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 32 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 212 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
