1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 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 212 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 BB (410 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
