1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 BB | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
