1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 40 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 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 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GTB | F430 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 278 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 95 L |
