1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 29 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 365 GTS | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
