1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 33 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 275 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 365 GTC | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |
