1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GTE | 365 GTC 4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 110 L |
