1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 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 70 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. (247 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. 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.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GTS | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |