1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 650 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT 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 | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 BB | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
