2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
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 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 143 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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.
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2000 Ferrari 550 | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |