1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
