2007 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
