1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 391 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 California | F40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 120 L |
