1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (376 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT4 (434 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GT4 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
