1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 26 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 159 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 169 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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, 1994 Ford Probe, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1994 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Probe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
