2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 475 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |