1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 365 GTC | 360 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |