1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Because 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Fleetwood | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7733 cc | 4389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2510 mm |