1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 367 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 California | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
