1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 365 GTC | Defender |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
