Italy vs Italy — 1973 vs 1971
| 365 GT4 BB | 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 380 hp | 450 hp |
| Torque | 306 lb-ft | 390 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,390 cc | 4,390 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 188 mph | 185 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.5 sec | — |
| Weight | 3,373 lbs | 2,645 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Units Produced | 387 | 15 |
| Original MSRP | $38,000 | $35,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $800,000 | — |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Numbers favor the 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione with more power, lighter weight, greater rarity. The 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 BB offers higher top speed, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Ferrari 365 GT4 BB. The 1973 and 1971 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione holds a clear advantage in raw power with 450 hp compared to 380 hp, a 70-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ferrari 365 GT4 BB uses a Flat-12 DOHC displacing 4,390 cc, while the Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione relies on a V12 with 4,390 cc. The 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 BB claims a higher top speed at 188 mph compared to 185 mph. The Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 728 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 15 units built, the 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione is considerably scarcer than the Ferrari 365 GT4 BB's 387 examples.