1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 40 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 20 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 365 GTS | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |