1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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 410 Superamerica | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |