1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
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:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
