1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 76 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GT | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |