1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 BB | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2953 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
