1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Noble M12. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 484 kg more than 2001 Noble M12. 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 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Noble |
Model | 365 GT | M12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |