1958 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. 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.
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1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 340 Spider | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1884 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |