1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
