1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |