2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 181 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 100 L |
