1968 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC and 1968 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 365 GTC | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
