2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 100 L |
