1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, both vehicles can yield 363 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
