1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. 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 GTO (496 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | GTO | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
