1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1979 Honda Accord

To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 230 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 499 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ferrari 365 GT 1979 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 365 GT Accord
Year Released 1968 1979
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 1750 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 50 L


 

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