UK vs Italy — 1964 vs 1967
| GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 | 330 GTC | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 340 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,355 cc | 3,967 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 143 mph | 152 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.3 sec | 14.6 sec |
| Weight | 3,200 lbs | 2,954 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,565 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 4,699 mm | 4,570 mm |
| Units Produced | 99 | 600 |
| Original MSRP | $8,000 | $13,800 |
| Value (Excellent) | $600,000 | $750,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 8/10 |
This matchup is remarkably close. The 1964 Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 offers greater rarity, better value, while the 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC counters with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, lighter weight. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.
When UK engineering meets Italy craftsmanship, the result is one of the most compelling matchups in the classic car world. The 1964 Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 and 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC embody their respective national automotive traditions while competing in the same arena. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1964 Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 producing 300 hp and the 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC delivering 300 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT uses a V8 OHV displacing 5,355 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 7.5 seconds. The Ferrari 330 GTC carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 246 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 99 units built, the 1964 Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 is considerably scarcer than the Ferrari 330 GTC's 600 examples.