1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1977 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 84 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT | Falcon |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |