1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 12 kg more than 1966 Holden EH. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 365 GTB | EH |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
