1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino 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. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Torino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 76 L |
