1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
