2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 42 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 270 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
