1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 16 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 288 GTO | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 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 | 1225 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 127 L |
