1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 35 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GTS | 993 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
