2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1765 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 110 L |
