1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 725 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
