2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 32 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 995 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Beaulieu | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
