Ferrari 365 GTB/4 “Daytona” (1968–1973): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona. Introduced at the 1968 Paris Motor Show as an evolution of the 275 GTB/4, this front-engine V12 berlinetta delivered Ferrari’s ultimate expression of speed and design. It earned an “unofficial” Daytona nickname after the 1‑2‑3 finish at Daytona in 1967.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door berlinetta
Class: Grand tourer (S)
Designer: Leonardo Fioravanti at Pininfarina
Layout: Front mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 1968–1973 (1,284 units)
Aerodynamics and Design
Body materials: Steel body panels over tubular steel frame
Drag coefficient (Cd): ~0.31
Headlights:
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Series I: Plexiglass-covered fixed headlights
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Series II (from 1971): Pop-up headlights (introduced to comply with US regulations)
Dimensions and Weight
Dry weight: ~1,200 kg (2,646 lb)
Wheelbase: 2,400 mm (94.5 in)
Length: 4,425 mm (174.2 in)
Width: 1,760 mm (69.3 in)
Height: 1,245 mm (49.0 in)
Engine
Configuration: 4.4 L (4,390 cc) Tipo 251 Colombo V12, DOHC
Bore × stroke: 81 × 71 mm (3.19 × 2.80 in)
Compression ratio: 9.3 : 1 (US: 8.8 : 1)
Fuel feed: Six Weber 40 DCN carburettors
Maximum power: 259 kW (352 hp; 357 PS) at 7,500 rpm
Torque: 431 Nm (318 lb‑ft) at 5,500 rpm
Power per litre: ~80 hp/L
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Performance
0–60 mph (0–97 km/h): ~5.2 seconds
Quarter mile: ~13.4 s @ 108 mph
Top speed: ~280 km/h (174 mph)
Wheels and Braking
Front tires: 215/70 VR15
Rear tires: 215/70 VR15
Brakes: Girling ventilated discs front and rear with vacuum assist
Suspension: Independent wishbones with coil springs
Steering: Worm-and-roller
Production and Series History
Total of 1,284 berlinettas were produced from 1968 to 1973, divided into two primary visual series:
Series I (1968–1971)
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Plexiglass-covered fixed headlights
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Early models with more prominent front-end styling
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Rare and highly collectible configuration
Series II (1971–1973)
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Replaced plexiglass with retractable pop-up headlights
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Updated to meet U.S. safety regulations
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Minor trim and detail differences
Related
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Ferrari 365 GTS/4 “Daytona Spider”: Convertible variant of the GTB/4
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Ferrari 275 GTB/4: Predecessor front-engine V12 berlinetta
