1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,389 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (221 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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:
| 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4389 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
