1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 35 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 289 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | 365 GT | CC8S |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |