1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 365 GT | Trident |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
