1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 456 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |