2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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 612 (589 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
