1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 285 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 BB | 365 GTC 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
