Italy vs Italy — 1963 vs 1967
| Ghibli 4.7 Coupe | 330 GTC | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 330 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,719 cc | 3,967 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 170 mph | 152 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.6 sec | 14.6 sec |
| Weight | 3,483 lbs | 2,954 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,570 mm |
| Units Produced | 1,274 | 600 |
| Original MSRP | $18,000 | $13,800 |
| Value (Excellent) | $700,000 | $750,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1963 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe brings higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC answers with quicker acceleration, lighter weight, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Grand Tourer cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1963 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe versus the 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1963 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe holds a clear advantage in raw power with 330 hp compared to 300 hp, a 30-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Maserati Ghibli uses a V8 DOHC displacing 4,719 cc, while the Ferrari 330 GTC relies on a V12 SOHC with 3,967 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC edges ahead at 6.3 seconds versus 6.4 seconds. The Ferrari 330 GTC carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 529 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.