1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 15 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 150 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GTB | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 308 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |