1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (325 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 365 BB | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3589 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 285 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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |