2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1392 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 127 L |