1971 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GTB | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
