1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1280 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 127 L |