1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 248 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 365 GTB | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 278 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
