1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 365 GT | 968 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |