1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 33 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 137 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 365 GT | M |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
