1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 365 GTB | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 100 L |
