2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (380 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
