1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 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 | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 127 L |
