ATS 2500 GT

vs

Ferrari 365 GTC/4

Italy vs Italy — 1963 vs 1970

ATS 2500 GT (1963)
Ferrari 365 GTC/4 (1970)
Specifications
2500 GT Allemano Coupe365 GTC/4
Horsepower245 hp340 hp
Torque188 lb-ft318 lb-ft
Engine Size2,467 cc4,390 cc
0-60 mph6.5 sec6.8 sec
Top Speed155 mph155 mph
¼ Mile14.8 sec15.0 sec
Weight2,072 lbs3,263 lbs
Wheelbase2,350 mm2,500 mm
Length4,090 mm4,425 mm
Units Produced12505
Original MSRP$22,000
Value (Excellent)$1,500,000$650,000
Collectibility10/109/10
Rarity10/108/10
The Verdict

On balance, the 1963 ATS 2500 GT Allemano Coupe makes a stronger case on paper with quicker acceleration, lighter weight, greater rarity. However, the 1970 Ferrari 365 GTC/4 counters with more power, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1963 ATS 2500 GT Allemano Coupe for outright capability, or the 1970 Ferrari 365 GTC/4 for a more distinctive ownership experience.

Overview

In the world of Grand Tourer cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1963 ATS 2500 GT Allemano Coupe versus the 1970 Ferrari 365 GTC/4. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1970 Ferrari 365 GTC/4 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 340 hp compared to 245 hp, a 95-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the ATS 2500 GT uses a V8 DOHC displacing 2,467 cc, while the Ferrari 365 GTC/4 relies on a V12 DOHC with 4,390 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1963 ATS 2500 GT Allemano Coupe edges ahead at 6.5 seconds versus 6.8 seconds. The ATS 2500 GT carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1191 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 12 units built, the 1963 ATS 2500 GT Allemano Coupe is considerably scarcer than the Ferrari 365 GTC/4's 505 examples.