1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 1 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GTS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 502 Nm |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
