1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GTB | 930 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
