1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 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 167 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 376 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy. 1984 GMC Jimmy 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. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 365 GT | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |