1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
