1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 387 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 GT (363 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
