1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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.
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1987 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F40 | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
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 | 1104 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |