1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GTS | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
