Italy vs Italy — 1967 vs 1966
| Tipo 33/2 Daytona | 330 P3/4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 270 hp | 450 hp |
| Torque | 166 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,995 cc | 3,967 cc |
| 0-60 mph | — | 3.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 186 mph | 199 mph |
| Weight | 1,279 lbs | 1,764 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,330 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 3,850 mm | 4,250 mm |
| Units Produced | 20 | 4 |
| Value (Excellent) | $15,000,000 | $40,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona brings lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 1966 Ferrari 330 P3/4 answers with more power, higher top speed, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Sports Prototype cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona versus the 1966 Ferrari 330 P3/4. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1966 Ferrari 330 P3/4 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 450 hp compared to 270 hp, a 180-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 uses a V8 DOHC displacing 1,995 cc, while the Ferrari 330 P3/4 relies on a V12 DOHC with 3,967 cc. The 1966 Ferrari 330 P3/4 claims a higher top speed at 199 mph compared to 186 mph. The Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 485 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 4 units built, the 1966 Ferrari 330 P3/4 is considerably scarcer than the Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2's 20 examples. On the collector market, the 1966 Ferrari 330 P3/4 commands a significant premium over the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.