1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 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 241 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 7 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 365 GTB | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |