1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 42 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 288 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 365 GTB | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 86 L |