1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 36 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 1971 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 365 GT | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
