1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
