1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 40 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 153 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
| Model | 365 GTB | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1197 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |
