1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (841 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
