1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 365 GTC | 400 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 392 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 118 L |