1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 28 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 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 222 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. 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, 1996 Ford Contour, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1996 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Contour |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
