1968 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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.
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1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 365 GTC | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |