1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 25 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 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 703 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F50 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 364 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 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 | 907 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |