1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 127 more horse power than 2003 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 318 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GTB | Falcon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 59 L |