1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 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:
| 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
