1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 633 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) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 127 L |