1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 43 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Thema. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 308 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 365 GTS | Thema |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
