1999 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 14 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1464 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |