1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 41 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 498 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 2009 Ford E-150 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. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
