1971 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GTB | 400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
